Released on behalf of the Falkland Islands in 2017, this silver bullion coin was struck from 1 Troy oz. of .999 pure silver with a limited mintage of 50,000 coins issued worldwide. This is the first silver bullion coin released by the Falkland Islands and features a heroic image of Britannia along with a visually appealing Reverse Proof finish. What makes this issue particularly unique is that it features the text "Britannia Rules the Waves." After striking just 7,329 coins with this text, it was discovered that it was in violation of the Britannia trademark regulations. They were forced to remove the motto from the rest of the 50,000 coin mintage, resulting in this unique variety.

Featuring the first silver bullion design from the Falkland Islands.

Appearing on the obverse is a portrait of Queen Elizabeth II this is an exclusive portrait used by the Pobjoy Mint.

The reverse features a heroic design of Britannia. She stands against the waves and the wind holding her iconic trident. Encircling the design is the inscription 'BRITANNIA RULES THE WAVES' along with the coins specifications.

Graded Proof 70 Early Releases by NGC

This coin was graded Proof 70 within the first thirty days of its release by the Numismatic Guaranty Corporation (NGC), this grade is used to describe a coin that is well-struck and of superb quality in every aspect. Very few of these Britannia Rules the Waves variety coins achieved this perfect grade!

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01/20/18

Great design and low population

'Britannia Rules the Waves' is a modern rarity. Less than 8K were struck before Pobjoy they infringed upon the Royal Mints ownership of the work 'Britannia'. So they stopped production and only resumed the full run WITHOUT the 'Rules the Waves' logo. Shame, I almost bought a few when it first came out (at very reasonable price). I hesitated....